Melissa Barrow
Kingwood,TX
Summary
Full Charge Bookkeeper with extensive experience in Quickbooks Desktop/Online and Intuit Online payroll processing. Proven ability to enhance financial operations through meticulous attention to detail and effective team collaboration. Committed to supporting organizational objectives and driving efficiency in financial management.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior/Full Charge Bookkeeper
Small Business Solutions of TX
Kingwood, Texas
05.2020 - Current
- Managed full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple client accounts, ensuring accurate financial records.
- Reconciled bank statements and general ledger accounts to maintain compliance.
- Prepared monthly and quarterly financial statements for client and management review.
- Implemented accounting software to enhance efficiency in record-keeping tasks.
- Processed payroll for up to 50 employees, including all related taxes and benefits.
- Analyzed income statement variances to guide financial decision-making.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in bookkeeping procedures.
- Maintained accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely billing and payment processing.
Full Charge Bookkeeper/Office Administration Manager
Surface Systems
Houston, TX
12.2015 - Current
- Managed full-cycle accounts payable and receivable processes with efficiency.
- Prepared quarterly financial statements for management review.
- Processed payroll for up to 50 employees, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Reconciled bank statements and general ledger accounts accurately each month.
- Utilized accounting software to enhance data entry and reporting workflows.
- Trained junior staff on bookkeeping procedures and best practices.
- Monitored customer accounts receivables to maintain cash flow.
- Completed sales tax returns accurately and on schedule each quarter.
Senior Bookkeeper/Executive Assistant to the Chairman and CEO
Barrow Mechanical Services
Huffman, Texas
01.2004 - 11.2014
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring seamless workflow across all business functions.
- Developed marketing strategies to boost brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Determined product pricing based on cost analysis and competitive landscape.
- Promoted business through social media platforms to strengthen brand identity.
- Conducted interviews, training, and supervision of employees to enhance team capabilities.
- Negotiated vendor contracts for supplies and services, optimizing cost efficiency.
- Managed budgeting for operations, accounts payable, receivable, and payroll processes.
- Trained and mentored staff to elevate skills and improve overall team performance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
North Harris Community College
Houston, TXSkills
- Payroll administration
- Financial reporting
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Budget management
- Customer service excellence
- Data reconciliation
- Accounting software expertise
- Team building and collaboration
- Employee training and development
- Month-end closing processes
- Nonprofit accounting practices
- Accounts payable management
- Cash flow oversight
- Internal controls implementation
- Expense tracking and reporting
- Bank reconciliation procedures
- Financial statement preparation
- Accounts receivable management
- Sales tax compliance expertise
- Accrual accounting principles
- Year-end closing activity
- Intuit Online Payroll
- QuickBooks Desktop and Online proficiency
- Vendor relationship management
- Bank statement reconciliation processes
- Senior leadership support capabilities
- Attention to detail in financial tasks
Timeline
Senior/Full Charge Bookkeeper
Small Business Solutions of TX
05.2020 - Current
Full Charge Bookkeeper/Office Administration Manager
Surface Systems
12.2015 - Current
Senior Bookkeeper/Executive Assistant to the Chairman and CEO
Barrow Mechanical Services
01.2004 - 11.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
North Harris Community College